Senior BJP leader and Maharashtra Forest Minister Ganesh Naik on Monday organised a janata darbar (public hearing) in Thane, the political stronghold of Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, amid ongoing speculation about tensions within the Mahayuti alliance. Naik, however, dismissed any claims of political one-upmanship, asserting that leadership in politics is dynamic and changes based on public sentiment.

Speaking at the event, Naik stated that no leader holds permanent dominance in politics and that acceptance by the people ultimately determines leadership. According to PTI, he also announced that the next janata darbar would be held in Thane next month, further reinforcing the party’s commitment to addressing citizens' concerns.